Summary of "I got 4 surgeries AT ONCE... My Plastic $urgery Journey & Results"
Overview
Creator Nikocado Avocado documents multiple plastic surgeries following a weight loss of ~250 lb over ~2.3 years. The videos show recovery, results, and practical tips while she eats a large mukbang meal. Surgeries were performed in Beverly Hills by Dr. Katson and were spaced roughly one month apart.
Timeline
- January — major 360° circumferential body lift / extensive skin removal (removed ~8–10 lb of skin).
- February — additional torso lift, thigh lift refinements, small lower‑back liposuction and nipple tightening/relocation.
- Earlier (prior to the above) — facelift and necklift.
Surgeries / Procedures
- 360° circumferential body lift (extensive skin removal).
- Brachioplasties (arm lifts).
- Torso lift and thigh lift (follow-up to remove remaining loose skin).
- Small liposuction of the lower back to smooth contour.
- Nipple tightening/relocation.
- Facelift and necklift (performed earlier).
Recovery experiences and practical tips
- Expect swelling for months after major skin removal (commonly around 6 months); swelling can shift and temporarily make other areas look worse.
- Common discomforts: pain (especially legs and groin), stinging drains (armpit drains painful early), catheter discomfort on removal, and slow healing in moist areas (groin).
- Drains: they often look worse than they feel; removal is usually quick and less painful than anticipated.
- Blood‑clot prophylaxis: Lovenox injections were used for about two weeks.
- Pre-op testing: get blood work (CBC, iron levels) and clearances as required; iron supplements with vitamin C were taken to maintain hemoglobin/ferritin.
- Pain medication notes: pain meds help recovery but stopping long courses can cause withdrawal‑like symptoms (nausea, hot/cold flashes, headaches); taper under doctor guidance.
Constipation (major emphasis)
- Constipation is a significant and sometimes painful post‑op problem. Practical measures mentioned:
- Use prescribed stool softeners and follow surgeon guidance.
- Limit high‑fiber fruit/vegetable intake immediately after major surgery if advised (she reduced fruit intake early to avoid blockage).
- Maintain hydration and a gentle diet progression.
- Medical interventions (suppositories/enema) if needed — seek doctor help for severe blockage or bleeding.
Surgical planning advice
- Choose a surgeon experienced with massive weight‑loss patients; 360° lifts for weight‑loss patients require specialized expertise.
- Check portfolios, reviews, credentials, and do in‑person consults.
- Space surgeries appropriately; combining many large procedures increases risk. She spaced hers about one month apart but noted slower healing when multiple operations are done in a short span.
- Rest, a recovery center with nursing, and a caregiver are very helpful in early recovery.
Lifestyle, diet & health routines
- Current weight reported around mid‑170s lb (scale ~174 lb) after surgeries.
- Supplements/meds: multivitamin, iron + vitamin C, antibiotics as prescribed, Lovenox post‑op, stool softeners.
- Emphasis on protein and heme iron — eats meat at most meals to support recovery and iron levels.
- Anti‑inflammatory foods: avocados (she reports eating ~2–3 avocados/day and credits them for aiding inflammation/recovery).
- Exercise: avoiding heavy abdominal work; plans to focus on building glutes once medically cleared.
Mukbang / Recipes & Food Highlights
During recovery she shares a large mukbang meal that includes:
- Seasoned ground beef (staple), sunny‑side‑up eggs, quail eggs.
- Chicken breast; coconut‑pumpkin chicken curry soup (made with fresh coconut milk blended from whole coconut).
- Breadfruit mashed “mashed potatoes” (steam/boil breadfruit until soft, mash with salt and butter).
- Homemade breadfruit fries from fresh breadfruit.
- Plantains, bananas, cilantro.
- Fresh coconut milk (made from whole coconuts).
- Avocados (multiple daily; used on mashed breadfruit).
- Small sip of Coca‑Cola as a treat.
She attributes part of her recovery and reduced inflammation to regularly eating avocados.
Recommendations & Takeaways
- Research thoroughly and pick a surgeon experienced in post‑weight‑loss reconstructive procedures.
- Be prepared for the difficult parts of recovery: constipation, drains, swelling, pain, and mental ups and downs.
- Skin removal/reconstructive surgery can be life‑changing for physical comfort and mental health after massive weight loss, but risks, timing and surgeon choice must be weighed carefully.
Travel, Events & Logistics
- Traveled to Beverly Hills for surgeries and used a recovery center with 24/7 nursing after procedures.
- Launching an in‑person “Two Steps Ahead” tour across 18 cities, including: Dallas, Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Toronto, Detroit, Chicago, Cleveland, Brooklyn, Boston, Philadelphia, Nashville, Baltimore, Houston, Seattle, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.
Notable people, locations and products mentioned
- Surgeon: Dr. Katson (Timothy Katson), Beverly Hills — frequently named and praised.
- Recovery center with 24/7 nursing.
- Commonly mentioned products/meds: Lovenox (blood‑clot prevention), Jackson‑Pratt (JP) drains (#10 flat JP drain referenced), iron supplements + vitamin C, pain meds/antibiotics, stool softeners.
- Media mentions: Daily Mail, Forbes, and a passing reference to NBC.
- Speaker/creator: Nikocado Avocado.
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Lifestyle
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